Is PTE accepted by all Universities in Australia!?

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Priya Singhania · Accepted Answer

Australia is a very diverse country.  Approximately 73% of the population in Australia speaks English at home. To meet Australian student visa requirements, applicants who aren&rsquo;t from an English-speaking country need to show English language proficiency. PTE Academic is accepted by the Australian government for every visa category. 
The Pearson Test of English, or PTE, is a standardized exam for students wishing to study overseas.PTE Academic is accepted by 3,000+ institutions worldwide. To study abroad, you need to prove your English language proficiency. PTE is one of the tests which helps you demonstrate your competency in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
The PTE is a computer-based test scored on a scale of 10-90. To be eligible for a student visa for the Australian subcontinent, the minimum PTE score you require is 42. That said, a minimum score of 36 is accepted if you do at least 10 weeks of English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS). A score of 30 is accepted if you do at least 20 weeks of ELICOS. 
Presently there are nearly 400 PTE accepting universities in Australia.These points are accepted worldwide. However, Enrolling in an Australian university requires a moderate score on the PTE exam. A score between 65 and 75 is considered good. However, if you have scored below that, you can still get admission to one of these universities, accepting a score of 50 and above.

Abbey College Australia
Academies Australasia
Abbott School Of Business
The University of Adelaide
The University of Queensland
The University of Sydney
Monash University
University of Melbourne
Ashton College
Alphacrucis College

Albert Thomas · Answer

In Australia, most universities do accept the PTE for admission purposes. Before I applied, I checked the university websites and directly contacted admissions offices to ensure my PTE score would be accepted. It&rsquo;s a good idea to verify the minimum score required, as it can vary depending on the course and university. From my experience and discussions with fellow students, PTE is a popular choice due to its widespread acceptance and the convenience of scheduling the test.

Darak Sarita · Answer

I've seen a significant increase in Australian universities accepting the PTE. It's a credible and widely recognised English proficiency test. However, while most universities in Australia accept PTE scores, it&rsquo;s not universal. Each university and sometimes specific programs within a university have their own set of requirements. 
I always advise students to check the specific entry requirements for each university and program they're interested in. Also, keep in mind the validity of your score; generally, English proficiency test scores are valid for two years.